Vice President Kamala Harris received a critical endorsement from The Philadelphia Inquirer on Friday, adding significant momentum to her campaign in Pennsylvania, a pivotal battleground state.
The newspaper, known for its substantial influence across the state, endorsed Harris with strong language stressing the necessity of her vision in an increasingly divided political climate.
The editorial, titled “Kamala Harris for President, Endorsement” cited Harris’s commitment to democracy, reproductive rights, and climate action while raising concerns over former President Donald Trump’s ongoing legal challenges and his role in the January 6 Capitol riots.
This endorsement signals Harris’s growing appeal among urban and suburban voters in Pennsylvania, who are central to her path to the presidency.
If elected, Harris would be the first female president and the first Black and South Asian woman to hold the office. This historic milestone resonates with diverse communities within Pennsylvania and across the country.
With just days left before the election, Pennsylvania’s 19 electoral votes have become central to both candidates’ strategies.
Harris needs to win key “blue wall” states—Pennsylvania, Michigan, and Wisconsin—to reach the 270 electoral votes required, while Trump’s path to victory relies on retaining support in Southern swing states and reclaiming Pennsylvania.
Polls in the Keystone State indicate a razor-thin margin, with Harris and Trump nearly tied. The latest Emerson College Polling survey of likely Pennsylvania voters shows Trump at 49% and Harris at 48%, reflecting a close race that could come down to undecided voters in the state’s densely populated regions.
Philadelphia, known for its diversity and significant Black and Latino populations, is expected to play a decisive role in this year’s election.
The endorsement from The Philadelphia Inquirer, which champions progressive issues that resonate with minority voters, signals that Harris’s policies on social equity, economic stability, and environmental responsibility could be crucial in winning over undecided voters in the city and surrounding areas.
